Attendance Management Consultant
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary . City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits . Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As the Attendance Management Consultant, you will be responsible for managing a consistent application of an attendance program for Operational Services, in the Operational Excellence team. You will provide guidance and support for the administration of a formal Labour Relations Program, the Attendance Support Program, and associated supervisor attendance management responsibilities. Primary duties include:
- Coach, mentor, and support leaders in program administration.
- Collaboratively monitor supervisor activity and provide compliance updates subject to activity due dates and follow up with supervisors to complete attendance management efforts, while meeting timelines.
- Provide information to supervisors seeking advice on attendance management concerns.
- Identify employees demonstrating absenteeism over the established threshold.
- Review all documentation submitted, file appropriately, and follow up on incomplete documentation.
- Add, remove, and manage the confidential information pertaining to employees on the Chronic/Episodic Disability (CED) list as required.
- Manage timelines for CED employees to submit supporting medical documentation to the Corporate Health Consultant (CHC) for review annually.
- Initiate requests and track timelines for supporting medical documentation and accommodation requirements.
- Receive recommendations from the CHC following a medical review and issue the appropriate letter confirming or denying the CED submission.
- Provide coverage for Coordinator to maintain timelines and responsibilities.
- Schedule random drug tests for a 2-year period for employees who require one.
Qualifications
- A completed 2-year diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and at least 3 years of related experience.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Experience supervising in a Union environment is an asset.
- Proficiency in PeopleSoft Human Capital Management (HCM) is considered an asset.
- Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues with tact, diplomacy, and integrity are required.
- Ability to work in a highly structured process and measurement-oriented environment.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Operational Services - Operational Excellence
Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 22 months)
Location: 1075, 7 Street S.E.
Compensation: Pay Grade 8 $39.00 - $52.14 per hour
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal and External
Apply By: February 13, 2026
Job ID #: 313473
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
Attendance Management Consultant
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary . City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits . Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As the Attendance Management Consultant, you will be responsible for managing a consistent application of an attendance program for Operational Services, in the Operational Excellence team. You will provide guidance and support for the administration of a formal Labour Relations Program, the Attendance Support Program, and associated supervisor attendance management responsibilities. Primary duties include:
- Coach, mentor, and support leaders in program administration.
- Collaboratively monitor supervisor activity and provide compliance updates subject to activity due dates and follow up with supervisors to complete attendance management efforts, while meeting timelines.
- Provide information to supervisors seeking advice on attendance management concerns.
- Identify employees demonstrating absenteeism over the established threshold.
- Review all documentation submitted, file appropriately, and follow up on incomplete documentation.
- Add, remove, and manage the confidential information pertaining to employees on the Chronic/Episodic Disability (CED) list as required.
- Manage timelines for CED employees to submit supporting medical documentation to the Corporate Health Consultant (CHC) for review annually.
- Initiate requests and track timelines for supporting medical documentation and accommodation requirements.
- Receive recommendations from the CHC following a medical review and issue the appropriate letter confirming or denying the CED submission.
- Provide coverage for Coordinator to maintain timelines and responsibilities.
- Schedule random drug tests for a 2-year period for employees who require one.
Qualifications
- A completed 2-year diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and at least 3 years of related experience.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Experience supervising in a Union environment is an asset.
- Proficiency in PeopleSoft Human Capital Management (HCM) is considered an asset.
- Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues with tact, diplomacy, and integrity are required.
- Ability to work in a highly structured process and measurement-oriented environment.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Operational Services - Operational Excellence
Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 22 months)
Location: 1075, 7 Street S.E.
Compensation: Pay Grade 8 $39.00 - $52.14 per hour
Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal and External
Apply By: February 13, 2026
Job ID #: 313473
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.